Commis Chef / Line Cook

Zinnia Health•Exeter, RI

About The Position

Zinnia Health is an integrated healthcare company offering substance use, mental health, and trauma-based treatment programs for adults and veterans. The Commis Chef / Line Cook is responsible for kitchen functions, including food purchasing and receiving, preparation, and maintaining quality, safety, sanitation, and cleanliness standards. The role works primarily in a kitchen environment and supports a team- and client-focused setting. This is a part-time position scheduled Saturday and Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The main location is Pawtucket, Rhode Island, with work sometimes in Exeter, Rhode Island. The position pays $17.00–$20.00 per hour. Zinnia Health describes competitive benefits and 401(k), as well as career development opportunities.

Requirements

At least 3 years of lived experience with substance use and/or mental health disorders involving oneself, a family member, or a loved one, and the ability to appropriately share that experience with clients.
At least 1 year of experience in varied kitchen positions, including food preparation, line cook, fry cook, and expediter.
Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
Strong organizational and decision-making skills.
Ability to work independently and demonstrate problem-solving and analytical skills.
Effective written and verbal communication with clients and colleagues.
Organized, detail-oriented, adaptable, positive, and able to multitask.
Proficient computer skills, including Microsoft Office Suite.
Ability to stand for extended periods (66% or more of the day), hear the telephone, enter data on a computer, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Ability to work in a kitchen environment and handle possible exposure to clients with Hepatitis B, HIV, TB, or other infectious diseases.
Commitment to prioritizing clients’ needs, advocating for them with other treatment providers, and helping others.

Responsibilities

Prepare and serve food consistently according to cooking and serving standards.
Monitor hot-food temperatures and ensure cold food is stored according to standards.
Support guest-service standards and efficient kitchen operations.
Inspect and maintain kitchen equipment in clean, working condition and follow preventative maintenance programs.
Maintain an orderly, sanitary, and safe kitchen environment.
Maintain refrigerator and freezer temperature logs.
Update allergy listings when new food allergies are identified and make food accommodations as necessary.
Prepare appropriate and nutritious menus.
Label food items with opening and expiration dates, check for expired food daily, and dispose of food as needed.
Shop for groceries and food items.
Maintain a team- and client-care-focused work environment.
Follow state and federal kitchen and food-safety regulations.
Perform other related duties as assigned.